La Garrigue

La Garrigue invites diners to an intimate French environment, set in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town.

Offering an authentic taste of the Languedoc region, this charming restaurant blends rustic, traditional cooking with modern culinary techniques. Diners can enjoy an exceptional wine selection against the stunning backdrop of Calton Hill. With widespread media acclaim and a collection of culinary awards, La Garrigue promises a dining experience that’s both unique and unforgettable.

Dining at La Garrigue feels like being welcomed into a family home in the south of France. The menu pays homage to the honest, hearty cooking of Languedoc, with homestyle dishes that capture the rich flavours and aromas of the region. Starters include favourites such as the signature Languedoc-style rogout soufflè made with cheese and other melt-in-the-mouth ingredients, or the delicious yet delicate smoked duck breast.

Main courses feature dishes like the braised rabbit leg served in a rich cream sauce, and the ever-popular Languedocian cassoulet, a casserole of confit duck, Toulouse sausage, and beans. Desert choices round out the menu, featuring an apple tart fine, thin and crispy apple tart with a buttery pastry base, and the lavender crème brûlée.

La Garrigue blends together a rich culinary heritage with a relaxed, convivial atmosphere; capturing hearts and palates alike since doors opened. It's the perfect destination for big or small occasions, where friends swap stories over happy chatter, glasses of wine, and live jazz that echoes across the room.

A truly authentic restaurant in every sense of the word, La Garrigue encourages diners to "Savour the moment, La Garrigue is here for you."